Hybrid DOTD ENFORCEMENT LIEUTENANT (REGION 1) at State of Louisiana, LA

About the Department

The DOTD Enforcement Lieutenant position is assigned to DOTD Police, within the Department of Transportation and Development and is comprised of the fixed scale facilities. The unit is statutorily mandated and has sole responsibility for enforcing the federal/state size, weight, permit, registration and taxation regulations. The incumbent assigned ensures enforcement efforts and promotes a safe and secure driving environment while protecting and preserving vital roadway infrastructures. Commissioned DOTD Police Personnel assigned have the same authorities statewide as sheriffs, constables and police officers with respect of the law. 

While in official capacity, DOTD employees must comply with applicable Louisiana and Civil Service Laws, Rules, Regulations, as well as DOTD policies, procedures, manuals and directives.

Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency:
http://wwwsp.dotd.la.gov/Inside_LaDOTD/Divisions/Mgmt_Finance/HR/Pages/Career_Center.aspx

Position Duties

Five years of law enforcement experience in the protection of transportation infrastructure; OR

Six years of law enforcement experience as a POST certified peace officer commissioned with the power of arrest.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of a valid driver's license.

Possession of an active Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification.

An applicant who has been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence or a felony, or who is under indictment on a felony charge will be disqualified by the hiring agency until relief from the disabilities imposed by state and federal laws is granted.

Minimum Qualifications

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Other Qualifications

Job Duties:

The incumbent acts as a uniformed commissioned/POST certified Police Officer and serves as a DOTD supervisor at an assigned static scale facility.

The primary focus of the agency is weight and size enforcement of both State and Federal Laws and must be capable of conducting advanced police skills such as investigations, patrol and arrest procedures and gathering of evidence.

Provide field supervision and guidance to subordinates for their Unit which consists of multiple shifts and/or multiple locations within their Enforcement Region. Ensure that the applicable rules and regulations are enforced fairly and consistently. Coordinate with the DOTD Regional Unit Commander to identify the specific goals and objectives as they pertain to the enforcement of the federal/state regulations and ensure that these goals and objectives are accomplished. Incumbent is required to meet all state mandated and departmental required POST training, qualifications and certifications.

Ensure that required statistical repo1ts, time and attendance reports and other required administrative paperwork is completed in an accurate and timely manner. Incumbent helps train any new subordinate Enforcement Sergeants/Agents/Compliance Inspectors assigned to their geographical area. Incumbent ensures all subordinate officers/comp1iance inspectors are briefed on depa1tmental regulations and policies and forwards any updates of these regulations and policies to subordinate personnel. Incumbent assigns duties to Sergeants/Agents/Compliance Inspectors under their supervision and gives specific instruction and assistance to Enforcement Sergeant(s) for mission goals of the unit, to include but not limited to enforcement activities, investigations and training drills.

Incumbent will serve as a non-scene coordinator for any major events, investigations, or seizing/handling of evidence within their respective area(s) of control. Incumbent will also conduct, when assigned to by a ranking member of the agency, internal investigations and prepare necessary reports and/or disciplinary actions as needed.

Incumbent informs the Enforcement Captain of all pertinent information within the region or statewide area as needed. Incumbent maintains records and transmits orders given to him by the Enforcement Captain. Incumbent reviews bi-weekly schedules prepared by the Enforcement Sergeant.

Ensure that Department issued equipment is well maintained and used in a manner consistent with DOTD Policy. Make sure that all required inventory and supplies are purchased and kept in stock for distribution to personnel as needed. Ensure that all monthly bills for garbage, grass cutting, water, repairs, etc. are completed in La Carte system.

Conduct fair and impartial planning and evaluation sessions (PES) in accordance with DOTD policy.

Incumbent conducts and completes investigations as directed. Incumbent supervises subordinate personnel investigations and ensures investigations are carried out to conclusion. Incumbent maintains a working knowledge of all policies, procedures and practices in effect.

Other Necessary Requirements:

Note: The incumbent in this position must be available for cross utilization in any DOTD Enforcement Unit assigned to the Department (i.e. Capitol Security, Physical Security, or any other DOTD Unit assigned). Therefore, the process of cross-utilization applies to this position as needed.

Note: The incumbent in this position may be required to work shift work and maintain all annual recertification requirements as imposed by federally mandated and departmental requirements.

Note: The individual who occupies this position must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of such individual or others in the workplace. This means the individual must not pose a significant risk of substantial harm to the health or safety of the individual or others that cannot be eliminated or reduced by reasonable accommodation.

How To Apply:

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities.

Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. Applicants can check the status of their application at any time by selecting the ‘Application Status’ link after logging into their account. Below are the most common status messages and their meanings.

*Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.*

For further information about this vacancy contact:

Recruiting Officer
[email protected]

225-377-7184

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type.

Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available: https://www.laworks.net/workforcedev/lrs/lrs_rehabilitation.asp

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